All Tequila’s are Mezcals, but not all Mezcal is Tequila, kinda like all Cognacs are Brandies. Mezcal just doesn't discriminate when it comes to agave (Mezcal can be made from all different types, not just “agave azul”). Mezcal is a diverse representation of all of the flavour profiles Mexican agave has to offer. Think of Mezcal as Tequila’s spirited, etherial, smoking hot mom, and Tequila is her celebrity child.

Del Maguey produces Mezcal using the ancient practices of the indigenous people of Oaxaca. They advocate sustainability and social responsibility, striving to preserve the ancient customs of the indigenous Oaxaca people.

Del Maguey Vida Mezcal is an artisinal, single village, organic agave spirit, from the village of San Luis Del Rio in Oaxaca. This Mezcal is distilled from Espadin, an Angustofolia Haw agave species that is roasted for 3-8 days using Mezquite, Quebrachi, Huamuchil wood. The agave is then milled using a good old horse powered stone mill, fermented, and distilled twice in wood fired clay or copper stills. Del Maguey Mezcal is then bottled by hand at 42% ABV.

Released in 2010, Vida has a nose full of fruit aromatics, a hint of honey, vanilla and roast agave; the palate offers ginger, cinnamon, burnt sandalwood, banana and tangerine, with a long, soft finish. In their own words: Viva VIDA!!!!

Currently my favorite agave-based drink. The smokiness of the mezcal comes through nice and strong in this one. Very pleasant to swish in your mouth while enjoying.

Emily,
Jun 24, 2019

A great introduction into mezcal. Nice home bar addition

Sharline,
Apr 3, 2019

Definitely a different taste from tequila. It has a strong after taste. I'm not really feeling this one. It will work in a cocktail but not neat at least not for me.

bill,
Apr 1, 2019

A very smoky mescal. I like it quite a it and much better than most tequilas. Adds a little oomph to margaritas and is a decent pour just on the rocks with a hint of lime.

Jon,
Feb 8, 2019

Mossy smoke, bit of salt, sweet and smooth

Michael,
Jan 27, 2019

Interesting. Not sure how to rate this. I was like, ugh, at first, but then the smoke hit me. It's my first Mezcal. It's rough neat. I did make a Oaxaca Old-Fashioned and it was amazing.

Melissa,
Oct 26, 2018

I really found the flavor of this quite offputting. I tried it straight and mixed. Needless to say, I dumped the three bottle down the drain. I don't think I've done that.

Patrick,
Jul 2, 2018

A fantastic bottle to lead anyone into the world of mezcal. I always keep a bottle on the shelf.

Lisa,
Jun 28, 2018

Great mescal

CYBUL&RONDOU,
Apr 4, 2018

Nice smokey finish, smooth and sweet.

Brian,
Mar 19, 2018

Nice and smokey

Mr.,
Feb 9, 2018

Never received the bottle

Michael,
Jan 3, 2018

not a great tequila, in fact, far from it. it tastes more like rubbing alcohol and a fine tequila [which is what i expected for the price]

Daniel,
Dec 2, 2017

I haven't had a lot of different Mezcal. This one tastes like a perfect balance of smokey agave. Great price.

Tristan,
Aug 29, 2017

It's got a great nose that's not dominated by smoke. Piney notes that show on the palate. Incredibly smooth for a mezcal, not something I would drink straight though. But adding this to some Tennessee whiskey with some lemon juice and maple syrup is the bomb.com!

Antti,
Aug 24, 2017

is a very good, intense single village agave bottled unblended, organic, in a "time-honored" 400 year old way with a spicy tobacco finish.

Michael,
May 21, 2017

Delicious and gave her an extra star because it's such a great price for this single village Mescal.

David,
May 21, 2017

If you ever wanted a smokey, earthy Tequila... Mezcals are for you, especially this one!

Joe,
Apr 5, 2017

Nice smoky flavor. Alittle sweet. Easy drinking.

Kevin,
Mar 29, 2017

This one got caught in the middle. I t carried forward some of the tequila characteristic roughness but did not deliver on the unique Mescal flavors. I may be spoiled by the Fidencio but this one paled in comparison.

Craig,
Mar 28, 2017

The nose was heavy with alcohol and pepper. On the tongue it burns with pepper and slight hints of citrus, and maybe gasoline. It continues to burn with the flavors of a cigar and its ashes. Finishes hot, like burnt rubber.

Michael,
Jan 27, 2019

now that's funny

Brian,
Mar 9, 2017

Smoky, smooth, fragrant, a fresh take on mezcal.

Barry,
Mar 8, 2017

Smoke monster but sweet and smooth

William,
Mar 5, 2017

Very nice! Smooth, a little fruity,slightly sweet with a Scotch like smoky finish. Will definitely buy this again.